FUN and ENTERTAINMENT...
Main stage live entertainment and roving performers add to the carnival atmosphere of Le Festival Français.
There's free face painting, a kids' activity zone, circus workshops - something for the whole family... and more to come!
HOT CLUB swing - SATURDAY ONLY
Hot Club Swing performs exciting and highly infectious French Gypsy Jazz. The music draws from an exotic palate of classical, jazz and Gypsy influences, that is eloquently French, starkly rustic or romantically Gypsy.
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Two free performances on Saturday are not to be missed.
Saturday: 11:45am and 1:30pm
Amie Brûlée - SUNDAY ONLY
Amie Brûlée loves to sing joyful songs, vintage swing, songs about food and wine and many classics from her extensive French repertoire. Her captivating and delightful performances transport audiences to other times and places with a blend of music, stories and humour. Amie’s music is sure to put a swing in your step and a smile in your heart.
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Two free performances on Sunday are not to be missed.
Sunday: 11:30am and 1:30pm
FREE FACE paintinG - ALL WEEKEND
Visit the garden grotto for free face painting – become a tiger, a butterfly or anything you can dream of.
Free all weekend!
FREnch Circus school
- FREE WORKSHOPS - ALL WEEKEND
Join the Circus! Free Circus Workshops are running all weekend in the Kids’ Zone – You won’t want to miss this!
> 10:30am: French Discovery Circus for children 2.5 to 3.5 years old with parents (45min)
> 11:30am: Kindercircus French Circus Program for children 4 to 6 years old (45min )
> 1:00pm: Primary French Circus Program for children 6 to 11 years old (1.15min)
> 3:00pm: French Circus Program for 12 years to adults (1.15min)
For more information about the workshops visit: www.thefrenchcircusschool.com.au
GEORGIE ROSE Puppetry
- ALL WEEKEND
Puppeteers Georgie and Rosy bring ‘Le Petit Prince’ to life at the Le Festival Francais. Outdoor roving puppetry and two special performances each day. The Little Prince, The Fox and The Rose will transport you into an imaginary world of enchantment and wonder. Schedule to be confirmed
> 12:15pm (15min): Craft Session - Kids' Activity Marquee
> 12:30pm (15min): 'Le Petit Prince' Puppetry Performance​
> 2:15pm (15min): Craft Session - Kids' Activity Marquee
> 2:30pm (15min): 'Le Petit Prince' Puppetry Performance​
Appearing: Roving across the site and 2 special performances
jean darme - ALL WEEKEND
Jean Darme is simply hilarious as he roves the festival site to investigate, report on and issue fines for misdemeanours throughout the day. Great family-friendly, interactive entertainment ... along with a little bit of magic.
Appearing: Roving across the site all weekend
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la petite ferme - ALL WEEKEND
Free for Kids - Brought to you by Fun Farm 2U, this is a unique animal petting farm experience. Children and adults of all ages can have hands on experience with friendly and cute farm animals and poultry of all shapes and sizes.
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LUCY RiddetT - Roving accordion
- ALL WEEKEND
Be mesmerised by Lucy and her beautiful music. Lucy became infatuated with the sound of the accordion listening to Yann Tiersen’s musical score for the French film ‘Amélie’. Lucy's repertoire includes music from around the world; however, her favourite style is French chansons.
Appearing: Roving across the site all weekend
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PéTANQUE - ALL WEEKEND
Pétanque is a lively French form of bowls and is played with hollow steel balls. Watch as the presenters showcase their skills. Join in the fun and toss a few boules yourself.
SAINT STELLA M IS IN THE HOUSE!
- ALL WEEKEND
Estelle Michaelides from Saint Stella M will showcase her stunning designer wear inside The Heights Heritage House during Le Festival Français this year. Estelle will be showcasing selected garments from her range which was designed for, and presented during, Fashion Week in Paris in September 2023. Her creative pieces will be on display across the festival weekend. Visit the National Trust Shop for entry to this stunning collection.
...and SO MUCH MORE!
SPECIAL TICKETED event
sATURDAY EVENING MUSIC SOIRée 7:00PM, 25 October 2025
Langue de Chat
- French Musette and Chansons
Langue de Chat - French Musette and Chansons explores the world of the accordion and voice that is at the heart of the music of Paris. Each swaying waltz or earthy song is beautifully underpinned by the sophisticated sounds of guitar and double bass.
To listen to this music is to be transported, to sense another time and place whether it be real or imagined. This is the beauty and intrigue of the music that was born of the streets and dancehalls of Paris – a musical and cultural melting pot.
Enjoy a free glass of VirginieT French Champagne on arrival.
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